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Voters in Concord and Laconia recently approved social districts. Now each city must design its own vision fr what those districts might look like. From @willskipworth.bsky.social #NHPolitics
With social districts approved by voters in Concord and Laconia, the planning begins • New Hampshire Bulletin
Voters in Concord and Laconia approved ballot measures earlier this month to allow “social districts” in their cities, and local officials are in the early stages of deciding what they’ll look like.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Voters in Concord and Laconia recently approved social districts. Now each city must design its own vision fr what those districts might look like. From @willskipworth.bsky.social #NHPolitics
Democratic members of Congress who released a video in mid-November telling members of the military that they are not required to follow illegal orders announced Tuesday the Federal Bureau of Investigation has asked to speak with them about the matter. From Jennifer Shutt
Democrats threatened by Trump over video say they’re now being probed by the FBI • New Hampshire Bulletin
Democratic members of Congress who released a video in mid-November telling members of the military that they are not required to follow illegal orders announced Tuesday the Federal Bureau of…
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November 25, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Democratic members of Congress who released a video in mid-November telling members of the military that they are not required to follow illegal orders announced Tuesday the Federal Bureau of Investigation has asked to speak with them about the matter. From Jennifer Shutt
In gratitude. An American Thanksgiving, 2025. Commentary from @danawormald.bsky.social
In gratitude. An American Thanksgiving, 2025. • New Hampshire Bulletin
Everywhere, abundance. That is the theme of the American Thanksgiving. Family and friends crowded around tables overflowing with food, thick moments of conversation, laughter, remembrance. It is a…
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November 25, 2025 at 9:15 PM
In gratitude. An American Thanksgiving, 2025. Commentary from @danawormald.bsky.social
A majority of U.S. Latinos have grown pessimistic since the 2024 presidential election and increasingly disapprove of the immigration and economic policies of the second Trump administration, according to a new report from the Pew Research Center. From @arianalfigueroa.bsky.social Figueroa
Trump shedding support among Latino voters, survey finds • New Hampshire Bulletin
A majority of U.S. Latinos have grown pessimistic since the 2024 presidential election and increasingly disapprove of the immigration and economic policies of the second Trump administration,…
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November 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM
A majority of U.S. Latinos have grown pessimistic since the 2024 presidential election and increasingly disapprove of the immigration and economic policies of the second Trump administration, according to a new report from the Pew Research Center. From @arianalfigueroa.bsky.social Figueroa
In the wake of Bulletin investigation, Disability Rights Center launches investigation into New Hampshire’s disability care system. From William Skipworth #NHPolitics
Disability Rights Center launches investigation into New Hampshire's disability care system • New Hampshire Bulletin
The Disability Rights Center-NH has launched an investigation into New Hampshire’s disability care system following a series of articles published by the Bulletin earlier this month, the agency said…
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November 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM
In the wake of Bulletin investigation, Disability Rights Center launches investigation into New Hampshire’s disability care system. From William Skipworth #NHPolitics
New England winters can get wicked cold. Last week, five of the region’s states, including NH, launched a $450 million effort to warm more of the homes in the often-frigid region with energy-efficient, low-emission heat pumps instead of burning fossil fuels. From Sarah Shemkus via @canarymedia.com
New England kicks off $450M plan to supercharge heat pump adoption • New Hampshire Bulletin
New England winters can get wicked cold. Last week, five of the region’s states launched a $450 million effort to warm more of the homes in the often-frigid region with energy-efficient, low-emission…
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November 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM
New England winters can get wicked cold. Last week, five of the region’s states, including NH, launched a $450 million effort to warm more of the homes in the often-frigid region with energy-efficient, low-emission heat pumps instead of burning fossil fuels. From Sarah Shemkus via @canarymedia.com
During the recent municipal elections, Concord and Laconia voters approved social districts that would allow alcohol consumption outdoors in designated areas. Here's a look at what happens next. From @willskipworth.bsky.social #NHPolitics
With social districts approved by voters in Concord and Laconia, the planning begins • New Hampshire Bulletin
Voters in Concord and Laconia approved ballot measures earlier this month to allow “social districts” in their cities, and local officials are in the early stages of deciding what they’ll look like.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:15 PM
During the recent municipal elections, Concord and Laconia voters approved social districts that would allow alcohol consumption outdoors in designated areas. Here's a look at what happens next. From @willskipworth.bsky.social #NHPolitics
With drug deaths declining in New Hampshire, here's a Bulletin Q&A on what the addiction treatment community is doing right, what it needs to continue doing, and what, if anything, might threaten the progress. From @willskipworth.bsky.social #NHPolitics
Amid dramatic decreases in NH drug deaths, a Q&A with two addiction specialists on what’s working • New Hampshire Bulletin
Drug deaths in New Hampshire fell 33.4% from 2023 to 2024, according to data from the New Hampshire Drug Monitoring Initiative.
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November 24, 2025 at 11:00 PM
With drug deaths declining in New Hampshire, here's a Bulletin Q&A on what the addiction treatment community is doing right, what it needs to continue doing, and what, if anything, might threaten the progress. From @willskipworth.bsky.social #NHPolitics
A senior federal judge dismissed charges Monday against two public officials with long-running public disputes with President Donald Trump, saying the controversial appointment of the president’s former personal attorney as a prosecutor doomed the cases. From @fischler.bsky.social
Judge drops James Comey and Letitia James charges, saying prosecutor served 'unlawfully' • New Hampshire Bulletin
A senior federal judge dismissed charges Monday against two public officials with long-running public disputes with President Donald Trump, saying the controversial appointment of the president’s…
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November 24, 2025 at 10:00 PM
A senior federal judge dismissed charges Monday against two public officials with long-running public disputes with President Donald Trump, saying the controversial appointment of the president’s former personal attorney as a prosecutor doomed the cases. From @fischler.bsky.social
A three-judge federal appeals panel grilled lawyers for a former White House official and The Associated Press Monday in a case that could significantly overhaul press access to the Oval Office and Air Force One. From @ashleymurray.bsky.social
Press access to Oval Office argued in case involving Trump and wire service • New Hampshire Bulletin
A three-judge federal appeals panel grilled lawyers for a former White House official and The Associated Press Monday in a case that could significantly overhaul press access to the Oval Office and…
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November 24, 2025 at 9:45 PM
A three-judge federal appeals panel grilled lawyers for a former White House official and The Associated Press Monday in a case that could significantly overhaul press access to the Oval Office and Air Force One. From @ashleymurray.bsky.social
The Department of Defense said Monday it’s looking into “serious allegations of misconduct” against Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, one of several lawmakers who posted a video last week telling military members they are not required to follow orders that violate the law. From @jennifershutt.bsky.social
Pentagon investigates Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly after he appears in video blasted by Trump • New Hampshire Bulletin
The Department of Defense announced on social media Monday it's looking into “serious allegations of misconduct” against Arizona Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly, one of several lawmakers who posted a…
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November 24, 2025 at 8:30 PM
The Department of Defense said Monday it’s looking into “serious allegations of misconduct” against Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, one of several lawmakers who posted a video last week telling military members they are not required to follow orders that violate the law. From @jennifershutt.bsky.social
Georgia Republican U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s upcoming resignation from Congress set off a series of questions and misinformation about what health care and pension benefits lawmakers receive once they leave public service. From @jennifershutt.bsky.social
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene retirement launches speculation about congressional pensions • New Hampshire Bulletin
Georgia Republican U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s upcoming resignation from Congress set off a series of questions and misinformation about what health care and pension benefits lawmakers receive…
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November 24, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Georgia Republican U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s upcoming resignation from Congress set off a series of questions and misinformation about what health care and pension benefits lawmakers receive once they leave public service. From @jennifershutt.bsky.social
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The collaborative quest to build a weather station tough enough to measure Mount Washington’s gales • Maine Morning Star
The Cog is aiding in the construction of a new, steel tripod station along its tracks that will — hopefully — prove more durable than the aluminum structures used by the observatory in the past.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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As states strive to curb health insurers’ use of artificial intelligence, patients and doctors are arming themselves with AI tools to fight claims denials, prior authorizations and soaring medical bills. From @acvollers.bsky.social via @stateline.org
AI vs. AI: Patients deploy bots to battle health insurers that deny care • New Hampshire Bulletin
As states strive to curb health insurers’ use of artificial intelligence, patients and doctors are arming themselves with AI tools to fight claims denials, prior authorizations and soaring medical…
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November 24, 2025 at 3:30 PM
As states strive to curb health insurers’ use of artificial intelligence, patients and doctors are arming themselves with AI tools to fight claims denials, prior authorizations and soaring medical bills. From @acvollers.bsky.social via @stateline.org
With drug deaths on the decline in New Hampshire, the Bulletin's @willskipworth.bsky.social talks with a pair of substance use disorder treatment specialists about what is working and which pitfalls remain. #NHPolitics
Amid dramatic decreases in NH drug deaths, a Q&A with two addiction specialists on what’s working • New Hampshire Bulletin
Drug deaths in New Hampshire fell 33.4% from 2023 to 2024, according to data from the New Hampshire Drug Monitoring Initiative.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:15 PM
With drug deaths on the decline in New Hampshire, the Bulletin's @willskipworth.bsky.social talks with a pair of substance use disorder treatment specialists about what is working and which pitfalls remain. #NHPolitics
"The proposal has divided stakeholders and ignited debate about how best to protect both consumers and New Hampshire’s local food system." From Molly Rains #NHPolitics
Despite safety, liability concerns, lawmakers push to deregulate New Hampshire meat processing • New Hampshire Bulletin
A proposal to deregulate New Hampshire’s meat market could defy federal food safety laws and carry risks for farmers and consumers, lawmakers acknowledge. But members of the House Environment and…
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November 23, 2025 at 11:15 PM
"The proposal has divided stakeholders and ignited debate about how best to protect both consumers and New Hampshire’s local food system." From Molly Rains #NHPolitics
"Now that the state Supreme Court has upheld Prospect Mountain’s right to collect tuition from other school districts, the significance — and seriousness — of the open enrollment approach is clear." From @ethandewitt.bsky.socil #NHPolitics
As Prospect Mountain grabs attention, NH school boards weigh open enrollment • New Hampshire Bulletin
Three years after Prospect Mountain High School adopted open enrollment, the school has brought in about 30 kids from outside the district, a boost to its ranks and its budget. And its decision has kicked...
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November 23, 2025 at 6:15 PM
"Now that the state Supreme Court has upheld Prospect Mountain’s right to collect tuition from other school districts, the significance — and seriousness — of the open enrollment approach is clear." From @ethandewitt.bsky.socil #NHPolitics
The state budget does not outline what the next steps would be in the event the federal government rejected the state plan, placing $15 million allocated for child care providers in limbo. From Maya Mitchell #NHPolitics
The state budget appropriated $15 million toward child care. Its funding source remains unclear. • New Hampshire Bulletin
It has been months since New Hampshire passed its state budget, and the status of $15 million appropriated for child care employers remains a point of confusion, including for lawmakers.
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November 23, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The state budget does not outline what the next steps would be in the event the federal government rejected the state plan, placing $15 million allocated for child care providers in limbo. From Maya Mitchell #NHPolitics
"Colleges across the university system increased tuition by between 2.5% and 4.9% this year, with community college tuition rising by 7%." From @ethandewitt.bsky.social #NHPolitics
Amid funding cuts, NH universities and community colleges pursue collaboration • New Hampshire Bulletin
The university system is still reeling from a $35 million — 17.6% — two-year cut to state funds imposed by the Legislature last June in the latest two-year budget, says Catherine Provencher,…
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November 22, 2025 at 11:30 PM
"Colleges across the university system increased tuition by between 2.5% and 4.9% this year, with community college tuition rising by 7%." From @ethandewitt.bsky.social #NHPolitics
"Water supplies where PFAS are detected must be treated to comply with EPA and state guidelines. Removing PFAS contamination from groundwater is intensive and costly." From Molly Rains #NHPolitics
Funds from PFAS settlements are coming to New Hampshire. How will they reach affected towns? • New Hampshire Bulletin
Municipalities that have invested in expensive projects to address “forever chemicals” in drinking water will see some relief from settlements with certain companies deemed liable, though the…
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November 22, 2025 at 6:30 PM
"Water supplies where PFAS are detected must be treated to comply with EPA and state guidelines. Removing PFAS contamination from groundwater is intensive and costly." From Molly Rains #NHPolitics
Among the caveats added to the loan fund plan are "a minimum interest rate, a requirement to submit to a state audit, and a provision allowing all parents in the district to obtain education freedom accounts even if otherwise not eligible." From @ethandewitt.bsky.social #NHPolitics
Senators move forward on Claremont loan fund plan, with strings attached • New Hampshire Bulletin
New Hampshire lawmakers took a step closer to approving a financial rescue mechanism for the Claremont School District Tuesday. But first, they added a string of conditions.
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November 22, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Among the caveats added to the loan fund plan are "a minimum interest rate, a requirement to submit to a state audit, and a provision allowing all parents in the district to obtain education freedom accounts even if otherwise not eligible." From @ethandewitt.bsky.social #NHPolitics
"I have access to a passport and access to my birth certificate that I could easily get. I know a lot of people don’t have that privilege like I do.” After 123 voters turned away at municipal elections, advocates criticize proof-of-citizenship law. From @ethandewitt.bsky.social #NHPolitics
After 123 voters turned away at municipal elections, advocates criticize proof-of-citizenship law • New Hampshire Bulletin
Since a new law took effect November 2024, New Hampshire voters are required to produce hard copies of citizenship documents the first time they register to vote in the state.
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November 21, 2025 at 11:00 PM
"I have access to a passport and access to my birth certificate that I could easily get. I know a lot of people don’t have that privilege like I do.” After 123 voters turned away at municipal elections, advocates criticize proof-of-citizenship law. From @ethandewitt.bsky.social #NHPolitics
A new U.S. Department of Education regulation to narrow eligibility for a key student debt relief program has drawn strong opposition from advocates who argue it is an attempt to target organizations whose missions do not align with President Trump’s agenda. From Shauneen Miranda
New federal student debt rule seen as tool to enforce Trump agenda • New Hampshire Bulletin
A new U.S. Department of Education regulation to narrow eligibility for a key student debt relief program for public service workers has drawn strong opposition from advocates who argue the…
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November 21, 2025 at 7:15 PM
A new U.S. Department of Education regulation to narrow eligibility for a key student debt relief program has drawn strong opposition from advocates who argue it is an attempt to target organizations whose missions do not align with President Trump’s agenda. From Shauneen Miranda
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins’ call for a close reexamination of the 42 million people who receive federal food aid has befuddled advocates and lawmakers. From @fischler.bsky.social
The Trump administration wants everyone to reapply for food stamps. What does that mean? • New Hampshire Bulletin
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins’ call for a close reexamination of the 42 million people who receive federal food aid has befuddled advocates and lawmakers, coming mere days after…
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November 21, 2025 at 4:45 PM
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins’ call for a close reexamination of the 42 million people who receive federal food aid has befuddled advocates and lawmakers. From @fischler.bsky.social
"My objection to a federal AI moratorium is not rooted in a states’ rights argument. Rather, it stems from a desire to reduce harm to young minds." Commentary from Tyler Paré. #NHPolitics
A near miss could now become a full-blown AI policy disaster • New Hampshire Bulletin
President Trump appears eager to secure more investment from the royal family by supplanting state regulations with a single federal AI policy.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:30 PM
"My objection to a federal AI moratorium is not rooted in a states’ rights argument. Rather, it stems from a desire to reduce harm to young minds." Commentary from Tyler Paré. #NHPolitics